Shilan

The English word “Shilan” has 1 meaning listed here.

proper noun

A barangay of La Trinidad, Benguet, Philippines.

Etymology

Derived from Ibaloi shalan (“the way to and from”), due to it being a trading place between lowlanders and highlanders before. It became "Shilan" due to a spelling mistake by barangay captain Del Barrio.

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